acceptance
ac·cep·tance
noun \ik-ˈsep-tən(t)s, ak-\Definition of ACCEPTANCE
1
: an agreeing either expressly or by conduct to the act or offer of another so that a contract is concluded and the parties become legally bound
2
: the quality or state of being accepted or acceptable
4
a : the act of accepting a time draft or bill of exchange for payment when due according to the specified terms b : an accepted draft or bill of exchange
5
: acceptation 2
See Examples of ACCEPTANCE
- her acceptance into the club
- The university has sent me a letter of acceptance.
- He delivered an acceptance speech after he was chosen as the party's presidential nominee.
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